I think just about everyone has heard about the Gunfight at the OK Corral. But did you know that once it was referred to as the "Gunfight on Fremont Street"? That is, until William S. Hart got together with Wyatt Earp, and re-wrote some history. Whatever name you use, it is highly evident that those few seconds of gunfire on October 26, 1881 would give Tombstone its claim to fame, and save it from the oblivion that claims most other mining towns when the ore peters out.

At the height of the mining boom, Tombstone was one of the largest cities East of the Mississippi. It was home to luxurious hotels, theaters, and some of the finest restaurants in the West. Unfortunately, after two fires, and 129 years, Tombstone isn't quite the booming metropolis anymore. But there are still many things to see and do, and here's a listing of most of them. (Links to websites and admission information will follow shortly!)

The OK Corral: This is where it happened, the infamous gunfight at the OK corral! Also included are pictures from C.S. Fly's photo gallery, including photos of Geronimo's surrender.

The Tombstone Courthouse Museum and State Park: Until 1929, Tombstone was the County seat. That changed in 1929, when voters from Bisbee claimed the County seat, and the old courthouse was left to rot. Fortunately, it was reclaimed, and now you can visit the museum full of interesting items from Tombstone's heyday.

The Rose Tree Museum: Home to the World's Largest Rose Tree, this museum also holds some interesting items gathered over the last 100 years by the Macia/Devere family. Don't miss this one!

The Bird Cage Theater: Built in 1881, this theater was home to the World's longest running poker game, not to mention being home to some of Tombstone's finest "soiled doves", who plied their trade in the building.

The Good Enough Mine Tour: Also known as the "Million Dollar Stope" (A stope is a very large ore body, as opposed to being a narrow vein of ore) The Good Enough Mine has tunnels running underneath Tombstone. Ever see the movie "Paint Your Wagon"? Remember how the whole town came crashing down? Well, parts of Tombstone have actually fallen into the old mineshafts! But don't worry, it's pretty safe now.

Boothill Cemetery: Ok, don't tell anyone that I told you this, though it is a pretty well-known secret here in town. Boothill NOW isn't where Boothil WAS. See, by 1885, there had been so many deaths (over 500) that the city had to open another graveyard. The old graveyard fell into disrepair as folks moved away, and no one was left to care about their loved one's grave. Eventually, the desert reclaimed the graveyard, and souvenir hunters took anything left above ground.
More coming soon!